Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1129350 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | May 16, 2012 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Lexus |
| Component | Computer (steering) |
| Production period | December 12, 2011 — February 22, 2012 |
| Vehicles affected | 375 units |
Defect
In the Variable Gear Ratio Steering (VGRS) system, an error in the control software causes the steering neutral position to shift when the vehicle is restarted immediately after parking with the steering wheel turned. As a result, the headlight aiming direction may deviate left or right.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, reprogram the control unit software with the corrected program.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 1 type code(s). A vehicle is affected if its chassis number falls within one of the ranges below.
| Type code (型式) | Model | Chassis ranges |
|---|---|---|
| DBA-GRL10 | ＧＳ３５０ | GRL10-6000017 — GRL10-6001096 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
ギヤ比可変ステアリングシステム（ＶＧＲＳ）において、制御プログラムが不適切なため、ハンドルを切った状態で駐車直後に再始動するとハンドル中立位置がずれて、前照灯の照射位置が左右方向にずれるおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、当該コンピュータのプログラムを修正する。
Source & verification
This entry reproduces public data from Japan's MLIT recall registry. English text is jdmvin.com's own translation; always verify against the official source:
https://renrakuda.mlit.go.jp/renrakuda/ris-detail-car.html?class=recalldatacar&id=3002779